The CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Kent State University
Students
The career fair is the largest event of the semester! Whether you are searching for a full-time job, internship, or just looking to network, it is crucial to attend the career fairs held each semester. You can find all the resources you need to feel ready and prepared listed below. Our organization cannot stress enough how important it is to get an internship early on in your academic career, and the career fair is the perfect opportunity to find one! Don’t miss out on the chance to change your career.
Fall Career Fair Week
September 15th - September 19th, 2025
The CMSO has organized many events throughout the week leading up to the career fair. All of these events are designed to help you get prepared and feel confident the day companies come to town. Mark your calendars for the upcoming career fair to be held on Friday September 19th, 2025.
Be Prepared
What to Wear?
Dress is business professional. NO jeans, sneakers, or casual clothing. This event is different than the typical jeans and polo you may think of for construction. Your dress attire should make you feel confident and comfortable. Check out Gabe's or the Career Development Center Closet for affordable options.
Bring Your Resume!
Bring an updated copy of your resume with you. Any work experience you have ever had is more valuable than you may think. If you think you've printed enough copies, print more. We recommend a minimum of 15. If you need any help with your resume, be sure to attend the resume builder workshops leading up to the career fair.
Research the Companies
Do some research on the companies attending. Get an idea of the work they do, company values, and where they are located. This will help you have a better conversation with the representative and can help you determine if this is someone you want to work for.
Explore the list below to see what some companies have to offer. Employers on this list are either past or current attendees. For an updated list of this year's attendees, please visit the Spring 2024 - Construction Management Career Fair event on Handshake.
A. Merante Contracting, Inc.
https://www.amerantecontracting.com/
Arco
BC Construction Group
Beaver Excavating Company
http://www.beaverexcavating.com
Bi-Con Services, Inc. - Construction
BRUCE & MERRILEES ELECTRIC CO.
https://www.bruceandmerrilees.com/
Catts Construction Inc.
https://cattsconstruction.com/
Cleveland Construction, Inc.
http://clevelandconstruction.com
Cold Harbor Building Company
CRH
Danis Building Construction
Dominion Energy
https://www.dominionenergy.com/
Donley's, Inc.
Drees Homes
D.R. Horton, Inc
http://www.drhorton.com/careers
Eclipse Co., LLC
http://www.theeclipsecompanies.com
Elford, Inc.
Engelke Construction Solutions
Franjo Construction
https://www.franjoconstruction.com/
Gilbane Building Company
Granger Construction Company
https://www.grangerconstruction.com/
Graves Lumber Co.
Grunley Construction
Hensel Phelps
Higley Construction
Hilscher-Clarke Electric Company
http://www.hilscher-clarke.com
Holder Construction
https://www.holderconstruction.com/
Independence Excavating
Infinity Construction Co., Inc.
https://www.infinityconstruction.com
John G. Johnson Construction Company
Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal
Keller North America, Inc.
Kokosing
Layton, Inc.
Lithko Contracting
Mack Industries
Marine Officer Programs, Officer Selection Team Kent
Marous Brothers Construction
https://www.marousbrothers.com/
Michels
Millstone Management Group Inc.
https://millstonemgmtgroup.com/
Moltus Building Group
Neptune Plumbing and Heating Co
https://www.neptuneplumbing.net/
North Central Ohio Chapter, NECA
Ohio Department of Transportation District 4
https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/
OHM Advisors
Panzica Construction
PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy Group Family of Construction Companies
Precision Environmental Co.
https://www.precision-env.com/
Progressive Mechanical, Inc.
PulteGroup
https://www.pultegroupinc.com/
Quanta Services, Inc.
https://www.quantaservices.com/
RAM Construction Services
Rectenwald Brothers Construction, Inc.
Regency Construction
RFC Contracting
http://www.rfccontracting.com/
Ruscilli Construction Co. LLC
S.A. Comunale
Shook Construction Co.
https://www.shookconstruction.com/
Stevens Engineers & Constructors
Summit Construction Company
https://www.summitconstruction.com/
Terracon
The Austin Company
The Brewer-Garrett Company
https://www.brewer-garrett.com/
The Great Lakes Construction Co.
https://www.greatlakesway.com/
The NRP Group
The Ruhlin Company
The State Group
The Thrasher Group, Inc.
Tri Mor Corp.
Turner Construction Company
https://www.turnerconstruction.com/
TWC Concrete Services, LLC
Universal Engineering Sciences
Welty Building Company
Welty Energy, LLC.
Western Specialty Contractors
https://westernspecialtycontractors.com/
Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
https://www.whiting-turner.com/
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
Zenith Systems
Advice From Companies
“Make sure you have plenty copies of your resume and come prepared
with questions you want to ask.”
Stacy Shaum ● Kokosing
“Have a firm handshake, maintain eye contact, and have confidence in your-
self.”
Josh Kocsis ● Neptune Plumbing
“Wear comfortable, but professional clothes. Employers can tell if you’re
feeling uncomfortable... Be genuine.”
Jillian Tipton ● Akron-Canton CSI
“Know what you are looking for in a company and an experience. Mention
your GPA and extra-curriculars.”
Mary Phalen ● SA Comunale
“Have a good handshake, be well spoken, adequately dressed, and comfortable. Have something that makes you stand out“
Megan Larkin ● Turner
“Demonstrate your leadership and initiative through school experience or
work experience.”
Corinne Kozlowski ● Great Lakes
“Show your desire to learn and express interest in learning all aspect of
their operation. ”
Jaime Hart ● Rudolph Libbe
“Research the companies you’re interested in. A candidate that has some
background and asks insightful questions is always impressive. This shows
initiative to investigate.”
Tom Elmore ● Air Enterprises
“Try not to be afraid of the word “travel”. At this point, take advantage of any
opportunity you can!”
Samantha Rodgers ● Beaver Excavating
"Be personable. Allow the conversation to take place and get to know us, we are recruiting you to possibly work along side us one day. Ask what jobs we are currently working on and etc."
Lucas Ward ● Whiting Turner
“Attend the fair even if you are not looking for a co-op yet! Get out there
and talk to companies."
Tracy Thomas ● Independence Excavating
“When researching companies look at their project experience, office locations, value, and any specialties. Know what position you are applying for and have questions about it (i.e. internship, full-time, part- time, etc.)”
CMSO Board 2019/2020